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One Armory Square, Springfield, MA 01105
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Springfield Armory National Historic Site initially operated as a major manufacturer of weapons till 1968 and was later converted into a historic site which features the largest collection of antique American firearms in the world.
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Springfield College is an private and independent educational institution and learning complex. Home to approximately 5,000 students, the college offers a variety of subjects including physical education and scientific study.
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Connecting a park on the Haddam side with the Godspeed Opera House on the other side, the East Haddam Swing Bridge is a distinctive local landmark that provides picturesque views.
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Visit the home of the American Musical! Goodspeed produces America’s musical treasures to delight, inspire, and entertain you. Set along the tranquil Connecticut River, our two intimate theatres bring you closer to the excitement of live musicals. The surrounding countryside is brimming with restaurants, shop…
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29 South Broad Street, Westfield, MA 1085
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Amelia Park Children's Museum is a children's museum dedicated to educating children through hands on exhibits. Attractions include a doctor's office exhibit, a space playground, a bank exhibit, a crafts room, and frequent special events and children's programs.
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Big Adventures is an indoor playscape and family fun center. Attractions include a 40,000 ball ball pit, ropes, cargo nets, and slides. Arcade games are also available with an accompanying ticket redemption system.
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Prospect Hill Historic District is a district that encompasses 40-blocks of residential neighborhoods. The district has a total of 993 contributing buildings.
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With 700 acres of wilderness available to explore, Bluff Head Preserve consists of forests, rivers, cliffs, and mountains. The preserve has a visible fault line that is made from traprock.
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Meeting at North Riverfront Park, Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club provides visitors with opportunities for rowing, dragon boating, and bicycling. The club hosts an annual dragon boat festival where visitors can watch or participate in three 200 meter races.
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The Windham Theatre Guild is a community theater group who have been staging productions since 1985. Performing at a nearby playhouse, they offer dinner and dessert shows, as well as regular performances for audiences of all ages.